132: Chapter 132 Taking You to See Someone

Following Head Escort Lin Xiao's gaze, Qin Changsheng slowly turned his head to look at the ruins of the village not far away.

That had originally been his home, but now it had turned into ruins.

Even though Qin Changsheng was a Foundation Establishment Cultivator, finding someone in the vast Beihai Prefecture was still extremely difficult.

After a moment of silence, he slowly withdrew his gaze and asked, "Head Escort Lin, do you know where Qin De is?"

The modest and respectful expression on Lin Xiao's face changed instantly, replaced by a bizarre look that seemed to be a mix of surprise, realization, and disbelief; he remained silent for a long while.

After quite some time, Lin Xiao slowly regained his composure. "Immortal Master, could the Qin De you mentioned be the elderly Mr. Qin from the Western Suburbs Village? Does he have a son named Qin Changan?"

Hearing the name "Qin Changan," Qin Changsheng nodded slightly.

This Qin Changan was Qin Changsheng's younger brother. When Qin Changsheng left Beihai Prefecture, the boy was not even eight years old.

He should be around twenty by now.

Seeing Qin Changsheng nod in confirmation, a flash of joy crossed Lin Xiao's face. "The Immortal Master might not know, but Qin Changan is my son-in-law. My daughter and Changan are deeply in love, and the two of them were engaged not long ago!"

Qin Changsheng felt a bit skeptical upon hearing this.

After all, Head Escort Lin came from a wealthy family and held power and influence in Beihai Prefecture. How could his daughter be betrothed to Qin Changan?

However, Qin Changsheng did not point anything out.

Fearing he might neglect Qin Changsheng, Lin Xiao hurriedly said, "Immortal Master, this place is a ruin with dust flying everywhere; it is no place for conversation."

"Why don't you follow me back to the Jingfeng Escort Agency first for a cup of hot tea and a short rest? I will send someone to bring Changan over immediately."

Qin Changsheng thought for a moment and nodded slightly.

Seeing Qin Changsheng nod in agreement, the joy on Lin Xiao's face intensified. He quickly stepped aside and made an inviting gesture, his tone respectful and enthusiastic. "Immortal Master, please! This way, Immortal Master!"

As he spoke, he walked cautiously beside Qin Changsheng, chatting with him all the way. His tone was full of flattery and friendliness, lacking the steady composure of a Head Escort from before.

The two walked side by side toward the direction of the Jingfeng Escort Agency.

Before long, they arrived at the entrance of the Jingfeng Escort Agency. The main gate was grand and imposing, with two tall escort guards standing on either side. With solemn expressions, they bowed hurriedly upon seeing Lin Xiao return. "Head Escort!"

Lin Xiao waved his hand and said urgently, "No need for formalities! Quick, serve the best tea and attend to him well. There must be no negligence!"

After saying that, he turned to Qin Changsheng again with a smile on his face. "Immortal Master, please sit in the parlor for a moment. I will be right back and will bring Changan here shortly."

Qin Changsheng nodded slightly. Watching Lin Xiao's hurried departure, he slowly walked into the agency's parlor.

The parlor was decorated in a simple yet elegant style, with tables and chairs made of high-quality wood. Exquisite tea sets were placed on a tea table to the side. A servant hurried forward to pay respects and pour hot tea for him before respectfully retreating to the side, not daring to speak.

Meanwhile, Head Escort Lin hurriedly called his men and sent them to find Qin Changan's whereabouts.

"Head Escort! Head Escort!" A short while later, the butler came running in a hurry.

"Is there news of Qin Changan's whereabouts?" Head Escort Lin asked immediately.

"Head Escort, I just asked around and found the Scout Qin Changan. He... he is currently playing with the Young Miss in the pavilion behind the manor!"

As he spoke, Lin Fu stole a glance at Lin Xiao and quickly added, "Head Escort, you have always forbidden the Young Miss from associating with Qin Changan. Now that they are meeting privately, should I take some men over right now to lock the Young Miss back in her room, dismiss him, and ensure he never dares to approach her again?"

In Lin Fu's view, Lin Xiao had always looked down on Qin Changan, believing his background was ordinary and that as a mere Scout, he was not worthy of the Young Miss. He usually strictly forbade private contact between them. Now that the two dared to play in the manor secretly, it would surely provoke Lin Xiao's rage.

He made this suggestion to please Lin Xiao, but he didn't expect that what greeted him after his words fell was a fierce glare from Lin Xiao. "What nonsense are you talking about!"

Lin Xiao glared fiercely at the butler. "Who gave you permission to touch the Young Miss and Young Master Qin!"

The butler looked at Lin Xiao in shock, completely unable to understand why the Head Escort seemed like a different person today.

Usually, he wouldn't let Qin Changan and the Young Miss, Miss Lin Qinger, have any contact, and he even had thoughts of firing the Scout Qin Changan.

Why was he defending Qin Changan today, even calling him 'Young Master'?

Lin Xiao ignored the butler, turned around, and hurried toward the pavilion behind the manor.

Before long, Lin Xiao arrived at the pavilion behind the manor.

The pavilion was located in the middle of a lotus pond, surrounded by lush lotus leaves. A cool breeze blew past, creating ripples on the water.

From a distance, there were indeed two figures sitting in the pavilion—his daughter Miss Lin Qinger and Qin Changan.

Miss Lin Qinger was dressed in a pink dress, smiling as she talked to Qin Changan, her eyes curved and her face full of bashfulness. Qin Changan sat to the side with a slight smile, occasionally responding with a gentle expression.

They sat close together in a harmonious atmosphere, completely unaware of Lin Xiao's arrival.

It wasn't until the sound of Lin Xiao's footsteps approached that the two in the pavilion snapped back to their senses and looked up.

When they saw Lin Xiao, their smiles froze on their faces, and their expressions changed drastically.

Qin Changan was so scared his whole body went stiff. He stood up hurriedly, unable to say a word, his eyes filled with terror.

He knew Lin Xiao's attitude all too well and feared that Lin Xiao would punish him on the spot.

Miss Lin Qinger reacted very quickly. She stood up and hurried to the front of Qin Changan, spreading her arms to protect him behind her. Although there was fear on her face, she still feigned composure and said to Lin Xiao, "Father! Please don't be angry. It's not Brother Changan's fault; it's all my fault! I was the one who asked Changan to come play, and I was the one who pestered him. If you want to punish someone, punish me. Don't make things difficult for Changan!"

She thought Lin Xiao had come to punish them and was filled with anxiety, only wanting to protect Qin Changan.

During this time, she knew her father had always looked down on Qin Changan and strictly forbade them from seeing each other. But she truly loved Qin Changan and could only meet him in secret. Now that they were caught by her father, she only wanted to take all the punishment herself.

Looking at his stubborn daughter blocking Qin Changan, Lin Xiao felt no anger.

He took a deep breath and asked in a calm tone, "Qing'er, Father is asking you, tell me honestly—do you really like Young Master Qin and refuse to marry anyone else?"

Miss Lin Qinger was surprised by his words, then nodded vigorously. "Father, I truly love Changan. I want to be with him. No matter how you oppose it, I will not give him up!"

She spoke with absolute determination, showing no sign of backing down.

Lin Xiao observed Qin Changan and noticed that he bore a sixty percent resemblance to that Immortal Master.

At this moment, he already had a guess in his heart: that Immortal Master must be related to Qin Changan.

Lin Xiao spoke, "Fine, Father agrees to your marriage."

These words were like a thunderclap exploding in the ears of Miss Lin Qinger and Qin Changan. Their faces instantly showed extreme astonishment. They stared wide-eyed at Lin Xiao, as if they couldn't believe their own ears.

They knew Lin Xiao's attitude too well. During this time, Lin Xiao had been obstructing them in every possible way, looking down on Qin Changan's background, strictly forbidding them from associating, and even warning Qin Changan multiple times not to approach Miss Lin Qinger again.

But today, Lin Xiao had unexpectedly reversed his stance and personally agreed to their marriage. This sudden change left the two of them unable to react for a moment, filled only with shock and confusion.

After a moment, Qin Changan was the first to snap out of it. The shock in his eyes was instantly replaced by wild joy, and his whole body trembled slightly with excitement.

He hurriedly took a step forward and bowed repeatedly to Lin Xiao. "Thank... thank you, Head Escort Lin! Thank you, Head Escort Lin, for your blessing!!"

Seeing his overjoyed appearance, Lin Xiao spoke with a bit of a scolding tone, though there was no real anger: "What are you thanking me for? Since I've agreed to your marriage, why are you still calling me Head Escort Lin? It's time to change how you address me!"

Hearing this, Qin Changan's joy grew even greater. He reacted instantly, straightened up, and shouted loudly, "Father-in-law! Thank you, Father-in-law! Thank you, Father-in-law, for your blessing!"

This cry of "Father-in-law" was sincere and earnest, without the slightest hint of restraint.

Looking at him like this, Lin Xiao's tense face softened slightly. He nodded slowly, his tone becoming a bit warmer. "That's more like it."

Beside them, Miss Lin Qinger also finally came to her senses. Tears welled up in her eyes as she quickly walked to Lin Xiao's side, pulling on his sleeve and speaking with a choked sob of happiness, "Father! Thank you!"

She never expected that her father would actually agree to her marriage with Qin Changan. The days of worry and anxiety were now completely transformed into pure joy.

Lin Xiao patted his daughter's hand, his expression gradually becoming solemn. He looked at Qin Changan and said, "I think this period is quite good, and there's nothing urgent in the manor. I will have people prepare for your wedding as soon as possible, striving for you to marry soon to settle this matter."

Hearing this, Qin Changan bowed again, his tone respectful and delighted. "I will follow Father-in-law's arrangements!"

He was currently filled with joy. No matter what arrangements Lin Xiao made, he agreed wholeheartedly, feeling like the luckiest person in the world.

He also hadn't expected that Lin Xiao wouldn't look down on him for being just a Scout and would instead betroth his daughter to him.

Lin Xiao waved his hand, signaling him to rise, and then his tone became more serious as he said, "There is one more thing right now. You come with me to see someone."

Qin Changan was taken aback and then asked in a low voice, "Father-in-law, who... who am I seeing?"

He really couldn't understand why Lin Xiao would suddenly want him to see someone and even give him a special, private instruction.

After all, he was just a minor Scout.

Lin Xiao did not explain, only solemnly instructing Qin Changan, "You don't need to ask. You'll know when we get there. Remember, when you see that person later, you must be prudent in your words and actions. Speak carefully, listen more and talk less. Do not be rash, and definitely do not say anything to offend the other party, understand?"

His tone was grave, and his eyes were full of warning, with no hint of a joke.

After all, the person Qin Changan was to see was Qin Changsheng, a powerful Immortal Master. If Qin Changan spoke carelessly and offended Qin Changsheng, it would not only implicate himself but also the entire Jingfeng Escort Agency.

Although Qin Changan's heart was full of doubt, not understanding why Lin Xiao was being so solemn or who the person he was to see was, he knew this matter was of great importance seeing Lin Xiao's serious expression.

He quickly put away the joy on his face and nodded heavily.

Seeing Qin Changan agree, Lin Xiao felt a bit more at ease. He nodded and said, "Good, then follow me. Don't delay the hour."

With that, he turned and walked out of the pavilion.